Global Sovereign Counsel

The Vanguard of
Digital Jurisprudence

Boutique commercial and arbitration law firm for the world’s most ambitious technology, telecommunications, and energy companies.

Global Recognition

2024 APAC Insider

Excellence in Commercial Law & Arbitration

Recognized for distinguished legal counsel and impactful results in international commercial disputes and strategic arbitration across the Asia-Pacific region.

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Rana Sajjad Ahmad

Rana Sajjad Ahmad, FCIArb

Managing Partner & Founder

Credentials & Designations
  • Founder & President (CIICA)
  • Managing Partner (Triage Law)
  • Advocate (Supreme Court of Pakistan)
  • Fellow (CIArb)
  • Approved Faculty (CIArb)
  • Dual-qualified (NY & Pakistan)
  • LL.M. Columbia University
Selected Publications

Columbia ARIA (American Review of International Arbitration)

The Story of CIICA (Part 1 & 2)

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Arbitrators vs Bot-rators

Impact of AI in Digital Dispute Resolution

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Blockchain & Metaverse Arbitration

Jurisdictional Challenges in Virtual Spaces

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Philosophy

Our Core Mandate

"Boutique Focus, Global Powerhouse Pedigree. We exist at the intersection of specialized commercial law and high-stakes international arbitration, offering personalized service without sacrificing reach."

30+ Years

Combined multi-jurisdictional experience with firms like Dentons and DLA Piper.

Dual Sovereign

Admitted to practice in New York and Pakistan, bridging continents through specialized counsel.

Market Sectors

Technology

  • • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • • Fintech & Digital Assets
  • • E-commerce Platforms
  • • Software Infrastructure

Energy

  • Petroleum E&P
  • Renewable Energy Technology
  • Coal & Strategic Power

Telecommunications

Expert counsel for ICT infrastructure, mobile distribution, and global network compliance.

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Practice Focus

ARBITRATION LITIGATION M&A COMPLIANCE

Work Highlights

FINTECH

$250M SAFE Notes Investment

Reviewed and advised on complex SAFE Notes issued for a high-growth fintech entity.

Case Study #441

ENERGY

$1.2B Acquisition Advisory

Cross-border advisory for the acquisition of energy assets across multiple jurisdictions.

Case Study #892

ARBITRATION

$21M DIFC-LCIA Dispute

Represented leading electronic suppliers in multi-million dollar international arbitration.

Case Study #102

Global Presence,
Personalized Reach.

Dual headquarters strategically located in the financial and legal hubs of Pakistan and New York.

Lahore

RA Tower 7-A Turner Road
Legal Heart of the Region

New York

250 Park Avenue, 7th Floor
New York, NY 10177

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